. . . but in fact the army was being sent out (as I believe) for the purpose of subduing Libya: for of the Libyans there are many nations of nations
Darius Returns to Asia
Thus the Persians escaped, and the Scythians in their search missed the Persians the second time also . . . .Translated by George C. Macaulay --
Persians Retreat; Scythians Fail to Catch Up
But when it was day, those who were left behind perceived that they had been betrayed by Darius, and they held out their hands in submission to the
Scythian Army Forms for Battle
. . . and meanwhile, after the coming of the gifts to Darius, the Scythians who were left had arrayed themselves against the Persians with both foot
Persian Invaders Encounter Difficulties in Scythia
So far then the Persians had the advantage for a small part of the war.Translated by George C. Macaulay -- our special project presenting the
Darius’ Offer to Scythians
If thou thinkest thyself able to make opposition to my power, stand thou still and cease from wandering abroad, and fight."Translated by George
Scythian Kingdoms Meet
The Scythians meanwhile having considered with themselves that they were not able to repel the army of Darius alone by a pitched battle, proceeded to
Darius Disposes of His Great Bridge
Thus said Darius and hastened on his march forwards.Translated by George C. Macaulay -- our special project presenting the complete Herodotus
Persians on European Side of the Hellespont
Darius then, having come to this river and having encamped there, was pleased with the river and set up a pillar there also, with an inscription as